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Africa.com is hosting a free, virtual event on March 18, 2025, called Africa, Meet 7 Black Astronauts, featuring seven Black NASA astronauts to inspire students and educators in STEM education. The event will showcase astronauts like Dr. Robert L. Satcher Jr., Maj. Gen. Charles F. Bolden Jr., and Dr. Bernard A. Harris Jr., aiming to ignite the passion of Africa's future scientists and engineers. Attendees can join the live-streamed event, submit questions, and engage in...

The African Union has adopted the statute for the establishment of the Africa Food Safety Agency to enhance food safety, protect consumer health, and facilitate trade under the AfCFTA. The Agency will harmonize food safety policies, establish a data hub and alert system, and ensure compliance with international standards to boost competitiveness and consumer confidence in African food products. The AU is fast-tracking the operationalization of the Agency and calls on all stakeholders to support...

Two lionesses from the !Khamab Kalahari Reserve were introduced to Addo Elephant National Park in March 2025, enhancing the Park's genetic diversity. The sisters, aged two-and-a-half years, are collared for monitoring purposes, helping manage their impact on the environment and prey species. Their presence contributes to a larger conservation initiative to maintain a healthy lion population within the Park. Full Article

In 2025, the UN will mark 80 years without a female Secretary-General, highlighting its failure to practice gender equality despite promoting it globally. The upcoming CSW69 in New York will assess gender equality progress while the UN itself struggles with male dominance and lack of women representation in leadership. Civil society campaigns like 1 for 8 Billion are pushing for transformative reforms, demanding transparency in the Secretary-General selection process and the nomination of feminist women...

French Polynesia is a captivating destination with postcard-perfect beaches, vibrant coral reefs, and a relaxed island life. The best way to explore the region is by plane, with Air Tahiti and Air Moana being the main airlines. Island hopping passes are available, and once on the islands, transportation options include cars, scooters, and bicycles. The author visited Moorea, Rangiroa, and Fakarava for their stunning beaches and world-class scuba diving, skipping popular honeymoon spots like Bora...

The talks between the African Development Bank Group and the Republic of Congo focused on strengthening their partnership, with grant agreements signed to address energy challenges. Discussions with government officials emphasized support for national development priorities and structural reforms, particularly in debt management. The Bank also explored new funding opportunities in key sectors like energy, digital infrastructure, and roads, while planning technical assistance to help Congo reassess its GDP and potentially join the second cohort...